air fryer chicken
This recipe for crispy air fryer chicken nuggets is quick, easy, and delicious. Perfectly coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and cooked to golden perfection, these nuggets are a healthy and satisfying meal option.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs gluten free or Italian breadcrumbs work as well
- 2 tablespoons white whole wheat flour all-purpose flour can be used instead
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the air fryer to 400ºF and spray the basket with non-stick cooking spray.
- Cut the chicken breasts into 1-inch pieces to form nuggets and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, flour, garlic powder, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined.
- Dip each chicken nugget into the egg wash, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated nuggets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.
- Drizzle olive oil over the nuggets and air fry at 400ºF for 4 minutes. Flip and cook another 1 minute or until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF.
- Remove cooked nuggets and repeat with remaining chicken pieces if needed.
- Serve hot with honey mustard, BBQ sauce, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
This easy air fryer chicken recipe yields crispy, juicy nuggets perfect for quick meals or snacks. Customize seasonings as desired for different flavor variations.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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